Welcome to a botanical journey through one of the most eye-catching, vibrant, and beneficial tropical flowers – Caesalpinia pulcherrima, commonly known as the Peacock Flower, Red Bird of Paradise, or Dwarf Poinciana. Whether you’re a garden lover, landscaper, or simply someone drawn to nature's finest creations, this plant is sure to leave a lasting impression.
🌿 At Mahindra Nursery, we grow and supply healthy and flourishing Caesalpinia pulcherrima plants that thrive in Indian climates, making them perfect for home gardens, avenue landscaping, and public beautification projects.
🌟 Introduction to Caesalpinia Pulcherrima
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Botanical Name: Caesalpinia pulcherrima
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Family: Fabaceae
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Common Names: Peacock Flower, Red Bird of Paradise, Pride of Barbados, Dwarf Poinciana
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Native Regions: Tropical Americas, but now naturalized throughout the tropical and subtropical regions of the world including India.
It’s admired for its flamboyant flowers, fine foliage, drought resistance, and rapid growth. A perfect mix of beauty and resilience!
🪴 Botanical Features
Feature |
Description |
🌿 Plant Type |
Tropical flowering shrub or small tree |
🌺 Flower Color |
Bright orange-red, yellow, or mixed shades |
🏵️ Blooming Season |
Spring to early winter |
🌞 Sunlight |
Full sun to partial shade |
🚿 Water Requirement |
Moderate (drought-tolerant once established) |
📏 Height & Spread |
1.5 – 4 meters tall and wide |
🧬 Growth Speed |
Fast-growing |
🐝 Attracts |
Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds |
🌸 Aesthetic Appeal & Landscaping Uses
One of the most popular uses of Caesalpinia pulcherrima is ornamental landscaping. Here’s how it enhances spaces:
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🌺 Vibrant Flowers: Create a festival of color in any garden.
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🏡 Compact Size: Ideal for small gardens, terraces, and containers.
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🌳 Avenue Tree: When grown as a tree, it lines roads and paths beautifully.
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🌼 Butterfly Gardens: Attracts pollinators, making your garden lively and biodiverse.
At Mahindra Nursery, many landscapers buy this plant in bulk for avenue planting, institutional landscaping, and tropical theme parks.
✅ Medicinal & Traditional Uses
While it is primarily known for its beauty, Caesalpinia pulcherrima has been used in traditional medicine across different cultures:
Part Used |
Medicinal Use |
🌿 Leaves |
Used in teas to treat fevers, bronchitis, and coughs |
🌸 Flowers |
Used as anti-inflammatory and for soothing skin |
🌰 Seeds |
Used cautiously in traditional remedies (not edible raw) |
🌳 Bark |
Decoction for treating malaria and digestive issues |
⚠️ Note: While used traditionally, always consult professionals before using it for health treatments.
💡 Environmental Benefits
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🌱 Erosion Control: Helps stabilize soil in sloped landscapes.
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🐝 Pollinator-Friendly: Encourages biodiversity.
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🌬️ Air Purification: Contributes to reducing dust and air pollutants.
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🔥 Fire-Resistant: Known to withstand fire-prone areas better than other ornamentals.
🌾 Growing & Care Guide
Let’s explore how to grow this stunning tropical flower in Indian climates. At Mahindra Nursery, our plants are preconditioned for quick establishment.
📍 Ideal Conditions:
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Climate: Best suited to tropical and subtropical areas.
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Soil: Well-drained, loamy or sandy soil.
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Sunlight: At least 6 hours of full sun daily.
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Spacing: 3-5 feet between plants when used in hedges or borders.
🌱 Propagation:
💧 Watering:
✂️ Pruning:
🐛 Pests & Problems:
🏡 Landscape Design Ideas
Looking to include this plant in your home or commercial landscaping?
🌴 Top Ideas:
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Colorful Hedges: Line borders with Caesalpinia for a natural fence.
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Accent Shrub: Use as a focal point in mixed flower beds.
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Terrace Garden: Container-friendly – adds tropical charm.
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Butterfly Garden: Plant with milkweed, lantana, and hibiscus for pollinators.
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Formal Gardens: Perfect for geometric layout and regular pruning.
👨🌾 At Mahindra Nursery, we help you plan customized plant layouts for residential and commercial landscapes using Caesalpinia pulcherrima and more.
🌍 Why Choose Caesalpinia Pulcherrima from Mahindra Nursery?
Here’s why gardeners and landscaping professionals across India trust us:
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✅ Healthy plants grown in optimal tropical conditions.
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✅ Available in various bag sizes for every project need.
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✅ Ready stock for bulk orders across India.
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✅ Vehicle transportation support to Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and North Indian states.
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✅ Sourced and curated with expert care.
📞 Contact: +91 9493616161
📧 Email: info@mahindranursery.com
🌐 Website: www.mahindranursery.com
📦 Sizes Available at Mahindra Nursery
Bag Size |
Approx Weight |
Plant Age |
Ideal Use |
5x6 |
1 kg |
Seedling |
Retail, Terrace |
8x10 |
3 kg |
6 months |
Landscapes |
12x13 |
10 kg |
1 year |
Parks, Avenues |
15x16 |
15 kg |
2 years |
Formal Gardens |
18x18+ |
35+ kg |
3+ years |
Avenue Planting |
🛒 How to Buy?
Whether you are a retail gardener or a commercial buyer, Mahindra Nursery offers seamless purchasing and delivery options.
✅ Visit: All Plant Collections
✅ Submit your inquiry via WhatsApp or Website
✅ Receive a customized quotation within 24 hours
✅ Schedule shipping directly from our nursery to your location
🧠 Fun Facts About Peacock Flower
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Named pulcherrima, meaning "most beautiful" in Latin.
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Often mistaken for Gulmohar but is much smaller and bushier.
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Considered the national flower of Barbados.
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Used in Caribbean and Indian ceremonies and rituals.
💬 Customer Testimonials
“We sourced over 300 Caesalpinia pulcherrima plants for a government project. Every plant from Mahindra Nursery was healthy and flowered within weeks of planting!”
– Ravi Teja, Landscape Contractor, Hyderabad
“The most colorful hedge I’ve ever had! It’s blooming non-stop, and my garden is full of butterflies now.”
– Priya R., Home Gardener, Bengaluru
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#CaesalpiniaPulcherrima #PeacockFlower #MahindraNursery #TropicalPlantsIndia #FloweringShrubs #ButterflyGardenPlants #RedBirdOfParadise #OrnamentalPlantsIndia #DroughtResistantFlowers #LowMaintenanceShrubs
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🙏 Conclusion
If you’re looking for a tropical flowering shrub that is low-maintenance, strikingly beautiful, and environmentally beneficial – look no further than Caesalpinia pulcherrima. Whether for your home garden, a landscaping project, or institutional planting, it ticks all the right boxes.
📌 Ready to order? Get in touch with Mahindra Nursery today and bring color, life, and beauty to your landscape!
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